The Grand Canyon is one of the United State’s best examples of erosion. Wind, rain, and the Colorado River slowly created it. These forces cut and shaped the area into what it is today. The Appalachian Mountains were a towering mountain range millions of years ago. Today their highest point is 6,684 feet tall. That same peak used to be an estimated 20,000 feet high. Erosion over time has worn the mountains down and changed them forever.

Which keywords or phrases from this text show that these events happened slowly?

The Grand Canyon is one of the United State’s best examples of erosion. Wind, rain, and the Colorado River slowly created it. These forces cut and shaped the area into what it is today. The Appalachian Mountains were a towering mountain range millions of years ago. Today their highest point is 6,684 feet tall. That same peak used to be an estimated 20,000 feet high. Erosion over time has worn the mountains down and changed them forever.

What conclusion can the reader make about the formation of mountains?

Which Earth event happens suddenly and can have no warning?

Which photo shows an Earth event that would happen quickly (in days or weeks)?

Which photo shows an Earth event that would happen quickly (in days or weeks)?

Which Earth event happens suddenly and can have no warning?

The Grand Canyon is one of the United State’s best examples of erosion. Wind, rain, and the Colorado River slowly created it. These forces cut and shaped the area into what it is today. The Appalachian Mountains were a towering mountain range millions of years ago. Today their highest point is 6,684 feet tall. That same peak used to be an estimated 20,000 feet high. Erosion over time has worn the mountains down and changed them forever.

Which keywords or phrases from this text show that these events happened slowly?

The Grand Canyon is one of the United State’s best examples of erosion. Wind, rain, and the Colorado River slowly created it. These forces cut and shaped the area into what it is today. The Appalachian Mountains were a towering mountain range millions of years ago. Today their highest point is 6,684 feet tall. That same peak used to be an estimated 20,000 feet high. Erosion over time has worn the mountains down and changed them forever.

What conclusion can the reader make about the formation of mountains?

California had two significant events that took place today that shook residents up. The first was a sudden wildfire that struck the forested area outside of Los Angeles and terrified residents! It didn't rage for very long before firefighters put it out. A flick of a match is all it takes to start a massive fire. There were no injuries or deaths, luckily. The other event was a slippery mess. Northern California had been experiencing heavy rains for days, and because of years of erosion to cliffsides and roads, a terrible mudslide began. It is still ongoing, and there is no real way to stop it, it has to run its course. Unfortunately, when land is broken down over time, it becomes more dangerous in the case of prolonged rainstorms.

What are the keywords/phrases in this text that allude to an event that happens slowly?

California had two significant events that took place today that shook residents up. The first was a sudden wildfire that struck the forested area outside of Los Angeles and terrified residents! It didn't rage for very long before firefighters put it out. A flick of a match is all it takes to start a massive fire. There were no injuries or deaths, luckily. The other event was a slippery mess. Northern California had been experiencing heavy rains for days, and because of years of erosion to cliffsides and roads, a terrible mudslide began. It is still ongoing, and there is no real way to stop it, it has to run its course. Unfortunately, when land is broken down over time, it becomes more dangerous in the case of prolonged rainstorms.

What are the keywords/phrases in this text that allude to an event that happens slowly?